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The BS Library and Information Sciences syllabus in Pakistan covers cataloguing, classification, information management, and digital library systems. It equips students with skills to manage libraries, archives, and information centers effectively.
Courses of BS Library and Information Sciences By HEC
Semester 1
| S.N. | COURSE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quantitative Reasoning-I** | 3 (3-0) |
| 2 | Functional English** | 3 (3-0) |
| 3 | Applications of Information & Communication Technologies** | 3 (2-1) |
| 4 | Foundation of Library and Information Science | 3 (3-0) |
| 5 | Information, Library and Society | 3 (3-0) |
Semester 2
| S.N. | COURSE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quantitative Reasoning-II** | 3 (3-0) |
| 2 | Social Science* | 2 (2-0) |
| 3 | Expository Writing** | 3 (3-0) |
| 4 | Natural Science* (Everyday Science) | 3 (2-1) |
| 5 | Management of Library and Information Centers | 3 (3-0) |
| 6 | Information Sources and Services | 3 (3-0) |
Semester 3
| S.N. | COURSE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arts & Humanities* | 2 (2-0) |
| 2 | Islamic Studies (Religious Education / Ethics for non-Muslim students) ** | 2 (2-0) |
| 3 | Pakistan Studies** | 2 (2-0) |
| 4 | Organization of Information | 3 (3-0) |
| 5 | Online Information Retrieval | 3 (3-0) |
| 6 | Emerging Technologies Application in Information Organization | 3 (3-0) |
Semester 4
| S.N. | COURSE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Civics & Community Engagement** | 2 (2-0) |
| 2 | Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan** | 2 (2-0) |
| 3 | Entrepreneurship** | 2 (2-0) |
| 4 | Information Ethics, Policy and Laws | 3 (3-0) |
| 5 | Archives and Record Management | 3 (3-0) |
| 6 | Marketing of Library and Information Services | 3 (3-0) |
Semester 5
| S.N. | COURSE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Communication Skills for Information Professionals | 3 (3-0) |
| 2 | Project Management | 3 (3-0) |
| 3 | Quantitative Research | 3 (3-0) |
| 4 | Applied Cataloguing | 3 (0-3) |
| 5 | Applied Classification | 3 (0-3) |
Semester 6
| S.N. | COURSE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elective-I*** | 3 (3-0) |
| 3 | Library Automation Systems | 3 (3-0) |
| 4 | Qualitative Research | 3 (3-0) |
| 5 | Collection Development and Management | 3 (3-0) |
| 6 | Elective-II*** | 3 (3-0) |
Semester 7
| S.N. | COURSE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Information Visualization | 2 (1-1) |
| 2 | Knowledge Management | 3 (3-0) |
| 3 | Elective-III*** | 3 (3-0) |
| 4 | Digital Libraries | 3 (3-0) |
| 5 | Elective-IV*** | 3 (3-0) |
| 6 | Application of Information System | 3 (3-0) |
Semester 8
| S.N. | COURSE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elective-V*** | 3 (3-0) |
| 2 | Elective-VI*** | 3 (3-0) |
| 3 | Information Literacy Instructions | 2 (2-0) |
| 4 | Elective-VII*** | 3 (3-0) |
| 5 | Capstone | 3 (3-0) |
| 6 | Web Development in Libraries | 2 (2-0) |
FAQs
Q: What are the core subjects taught in the BS Library and Information Sciences program?
A: Core subjects include Library Classification, Cataloguing, Information Retrieval, Reference Services, Library Management, Research Methods, and Information Technology.
Q: Does the syllabus cover digital and modern library technologies?
A: Yes, most universities include courses on Digital Libraries, Database Management, Web Technologies, Automation of Library Systems, and Knowledge Management.
Q: Are there any practical or internship requirements in the syllabus?
A: Yes, the syllabus typically includes a supervised internship or fieldwork in a real library (academic, public, or special library) along with practical lab work in classification and cataloguing.
Q: Is the syllabus uniform across all universities in Pakistan?
A: No, while most follow HEC’s recommended model curriculum, each university has slight variations in course titles, elective options, and semester-wise distribution.
Q: What elective courses can students choose in the final years?
A: Electives often include Archival Studies, Information Security, Content Management, Research Data Management, Marketing of Library Services, and Children’s Librarianship.